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A Virtual Event | The War on DEI: Where Do We Go From Here? with Tim Wise

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    Sep 19, 2025
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us for a conversation about the war on DEI and where we go from here with award-winning author Tim WiseIn celebration of the 20 year anniversary of Busboys and Poets, Tim Wise is joining us online to dive deeper into the growing attacks on DEI and explore a path forward.    Please note that this (more…)

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Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by Lady Brion

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    Sep 4, 2025
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Lady BrionLady Brion is an international spoken word artist, poetry coach, activist, organizer, educator and the executive director of the Pennsylvania Avenue Black Arts and Entertainment District. She received her B.A. in Communication and Culture from Howard University and her MFA in Creative Writing & Publishing (more…)

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Celebrate 20 Years of Busboys and Poets

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    Sep 7, 2025
    9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Join us on Sunday, September 7, 2025, for a day of festivities and fantastic offers! Enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne during Sunday brunch from 9 AM to 3 PM at all locations, and savor 20% off your entire check throughout the day.Plus, don’t miss our bookstore specials from September 5–7, 2025, where you can (more…)

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RHONDA THOMAS LIVE at Busboys and Poets- Columbia

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    Jul 25, 2025
    7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Doors open at 7:00 pm and the show begins at 7:30 pm. The concert will be held in the upper level of the restaurant. When you arrive check in with your ticket at the table in front of the upper level dining room. (more…)

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Tuesday Night Open Mic hosted by Charity Blackwell

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    Jul 8, 2025
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Charity BlackwellCharity Blackwell is an award-winning spoken word artist, poet, and educator known for her dynamic performances and captivating storytelling. With a passion for using her voice to inspire change, Charity creates thought-provoking and powerful works that resonate deeply with audiences across diverse backgrounds. She is (more…)

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Ashley’s Birthday Bonanza

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    Jun 29, 2025
    11:00 am - 1:00 pm

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ACTOR: They’re Trying to Kill Us (film screening)

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    Aug 21, 2024
    6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

This film screening is part of a special A.C.T.O.R. (A continuing Talk on Race) presentation. The film from the Award-winning director of ‘What the Health’ has given us a new ground breaking documentary: ‘They’re Trying to Kill Us.’ This new film examines the intersections of food, disease, race, poverty, institutional racism and government corruption to (more…)

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Beyond Heroes and Holidays – A Busboys and Poets and Teaching for Change

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    Feb 26, 2025
    6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

This session, on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, from 6pm to 8pm will introduce educators and families to the newly released teaching resource guide Leading and Learning Together: Cultivating School Change From Within. This book focuses on reclaiming agency, advocacy, and inquiry for leaders and teachers in the places they know best—their schools and districts. There (more…)

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Laugh Your Heart Out! | Dads Telling Jokes on Father’s Day

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    Jun 15, 2025
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

This Father’s Day, treat your Dads to a night of gut busting laughter from stand-up comedians who are also dads! This show is perfect for dads, sons, daughters/moms (treat dad!), partners, friends, and anyone who appreciates dad jokes. Get ready for an evening of hilarious stories and puns that only dads can deliver. Don’t miss (more…)

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Ann Wright: Report Back from the Freedom Flotilla Coalition

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    Jun 12, 2025
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us for a powerful report-back with Ann Wright, former U.S. Army colonel and diplomat turned prominent peace activist, who recently sailed with the Freedom Flotilla Coalition in its mission to break the blockade on Gaza.Just days ago, Israeli forces violently intercepted the Freedom Flotilla vessel Madleen in international waters, abducting all 12 civilian passengers aboard—journalists, (more…)

EmpowerEd DC : DC Teacher Voice Awards and Benefit

EmpowerEd DC : DC Teacher Voice Awards and Benefit

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    Jun 13, 2024
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The DC Teacher Voice Awards and Benefit is a benefit is a special evening to honor DC educators who have used their voices to produce meaningful change for students and educators in DC. This event is the annual benefit for EmpowerEd, a DC teacher organization, and supports their work to elevate teacher ideas and promote (more…)

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Beyond Heroes and Holidays – A Busboys and Poets and Teaching for Change Event

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    Jan 22, 2025
    6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Black Lives Matter in Books for Young ReadersThis session, on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 from 6pm to 8pm will introduce educators and families to K-12 children’s books in preparation for Black History Month and Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action.There will be author talks followed by book signing.The event is hosted by Teaching (more…)